Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, […]

Core scripture: “For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that […]

Core scripture: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because […]

Core scripture: “Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is one who gives false testimony against a neighbor.” […]

Core scripture: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be […]

Core scripture: “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, […]

Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, […]

(Much thanks to my good friend Andrea who gave me the idea for this topic today.) Core scripture: “Do not neglect […]

Core scripture: “And he said to all, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his […]

Core scripture: “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to […]

Core scripture: “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and […]

Core scripture: “For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his […]

Core scripture: “Let us test and examine our ways, and return to the Lord!” (Lamentations 3:40) Message: My 7th graders are taking […]

Core scripture: “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak […]

Core scripture: “The LORD is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my […]

Core scripture: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is […]

Core scripture: “The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.” (Proverbs 4:7) Message: I […]

Core scripture: “Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever […]

Core scripture: “Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a […]

Core scripture: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing […]

Core scripture: “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will […]

Core scripture: “After this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them on ahead of him, two by two, into every […]

Core scripture: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, […]

Core scripture: “Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of […]

Core scripture: “Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind.” […]

Core scripture: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the […]

Core scripture: “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at […]

Core scripture: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or […]

Core scripture: “Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, ‘Anyone who wants to be first must be the very […]

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who […]

Core scripture: “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish […]

Core scripture: “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training […]

Core scripture: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” (Romans 12:18) Message: It hurts […]

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy […]

Core scripture: “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) Message: […]

Core scripture: “So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and […]

Core scripture: “And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart.” (Deuteronomy 6:6) Message: The core […]

Core scripture: “Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper.” (Proverbs 13:4) Message: Boredom.  […]

Core scripture: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we […]

Core scripture: “Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, […]

Core scripture: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not […]

Core scripture: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.  In all […]

Core scripture: “And he said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’” (Matthew 4:19) Message: If someone […]

Core scripture: “For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1) Message: The natives are restless.  […]

Core scripture: “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me […]

Core scripture: “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have […]

Core scripture: “It has seemed good to me to show the signs and wonders that the Most High God has done […]

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will […]

Core scripture: “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as […]

Core scripture: “Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, […]

Core scripture: “I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I […]

Core scripture: “The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied.” […]

Core scripture: “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I […]

Core scripture: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only son, that whoever believes in him not […]

Core scripture: “Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as […]

(I myself am going through a bit of a slump right now.  Inspiration for writing is hard to come by.  […]

Core scripture: “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” […]

Core scripture: “A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” (Proverbs 15:1) Message: I dreaded […]

Core scripture: “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.” (Psalm […]

Core scripture: “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. […]

Core scripture: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, […]

Core scripture: “Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it’s in your power to help them.” (Proverbs 3:27) […]

Core scripture: “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to […]

Core scripture: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart […]

Core scripture: “You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matthew 5:48) Message: Teacher confession … I am a […]

Core scripture: “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” (Psalm 90:1-12). Message: Oh, if […]

Core scripture: “If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be […]

John Quinones Core scripture: “Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold, for wisdom is better […]

Core scripture: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? […]

Core scripture: “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you […]

Core scripture: “I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” […]

Core scripture: “The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their cry.” (Psalm […]

Core scripture: “Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor.” (1 Peter 2:17)  Message: You […]

Core scripture: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have […]

Core scripture: “I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while […]

Core scripture: “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.” (Philippians […]

Core scripture: “And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. […]

Core scripture: “LORD, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered— how […]

Core scripture: “Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for […]

Core scripture: “As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.” […]

Core scripture: “Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.” (Psalm 119:18) Message: I was one of […]

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7) […]

Core scripture: “For I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do […]

Core scripture: “But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your works will be rewarded.” (2 Chronicles […]

Core scripture: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” (Ephesians 6:10) Message: The rain pelted […]

Core scripture: “Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that […]

Core scripture: “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: […]

Core scripture: “If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ […]

Core scripture: “How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in […]

Core scripture: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens … a time to […]

Core scripture: “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, […]

Core scripture: “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as […]

Core scripture: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke […]

Core scripture: “If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand.” (Mark 3:25) Message: Do you ever feel like […]

Core scripture: “‘But he said to them, ‘I have food to eat that you know nothing about.’” (John 4:32) Message: My […]

Core scripture: “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” (Romans 12:12) Message: The rhythm to 3rd quarter […]

Core scripture: “We love because he first loved us.” (1 John 4:9) Message: Valentine’s Day is fast approaching.  This begs […]

Core scripture: “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all […]

Core scripture: “Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as […]

Core scripture: “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.  So neither he who plants nor he who waters is […]

Core scripture: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart […]

Core scripture: “Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what […]

I hope you all are hanging in there as we push toward the finish line of Christmas Break!  As mentioned […]

Core scripture: “I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living! Wait […]

Core scripture: “Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.” (James 4:17) Message: […]

Core scripture: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” (Matthew 5:4) Message: As much as some enjoy […]

Core scripture: “Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!” (Psalm 107:1) Message: […]

Core scripture: “But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by […]

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will […]

Core scripture: “Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” (Ephesians 6:17) Message: We […]

Core scripture: “Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies […]

Core scripture: “Let all that you do be done in love.” (1 Corinthians 16:14) Message: I got the phone call about […]

Core scripture: “If I say, ‘I will forget my complaint, I will put off my sad face, and be of good […]

Core scripture: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do […]

Core scripture: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is […]

Core scripture: “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their […]

Core scripture: “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust […]

Core scripture: The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with […]

Core scripture: “I am the good shepherd; I know my own sheep, and they know me, just as my Father knows […]

Core scripture: “Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.” (1 Peter 4:8) Message: They […]

Core scripture: “Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a […]

Core scripture: “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their […]

Core scripture: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind […]

Core scripture: “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, […]

Core scripture: Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what he has done for my soul. […]

Core scripture: “Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance.” (Proverbs 1:5) Message: One […]

Core scripture: “For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before […]

Core scripture: “‘For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, […]

Core scripture: “Yet for us there is one God, the Father, from whom are all things and for whom we exist, […]

Core scripture: “Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” (Psalm 37:4) Message: Pictures […]

Core scripture: “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you […]

Core scripture: “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for ones friends” (John 15:13). Message: I […]

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” (2 Timothy 4:7). […]

Core scripture: “Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience” (Colossians 3:12). […]

Core scripture: “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their […]

Core scripture: “Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put […]

Core scripture: “Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it” (Proverbs 22:6). Message: […]

Core scripture: “So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know […]

Core scripture: “Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and […]

Core scripture: “Yet you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a vapor that appears […]

Core scripture: “And He summoned the crowd with His disciples, and said to them, ‘If anyone wishes to come after Me, […]

Core scripture: “For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness […]

Core scripture: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing […]

Core scripture: “And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation’” (Mark […]

Core scripture: “But since you are like lukewarm water, neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth!” […]

Core scripture: “Let all that you do be done in love” (1 Corinthians 16:14). Message: Middle schoolers crack me up.  Valentine’s […]

Core scripture: “Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth and teach […]

Core scripture: “Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, […]

Core scripture: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments” (John 14:15). Message: Does anyone else subscribe to a scripture […]

Core scripture: “Let all that you do be done in love” (1 Corinthians 16:14). Message: Every child we teach is unique.  […]